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This study is grounded in the observation that online game addiction has emerged among learners at SMP Muhammadiyah Bantul. In the present digital era, playing games through the internet has become tightly woven into adolescents' everyday routines. Easy accessibility together with the broad spectrum of entertainment provided has pushed the popularity of online games upward. However, immoderate engagement may foster addictive patterns that adversely affect students' academic performance, social interaction, physical condition, and mental well-being. Hence, a workable intervention is required to lower the level of dependence. The purpose of this research is to decrease learners' online game addiction by means of group counseling services that draw on the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework combined with cognitive restructuring techniques. A one-group pretest-posttest experimental scheme was adopted in this work. The findings reveal a notable reduction in the students' online game addiction scores, evidenced by the paired sample t-test significance value (two-tailed) of 0.000, which falls below 0.05. It can therefore be inferred that group counseling rooted in the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach with cognitive restructuring techniques is effective for reducing online game addiction in seventh-grade learners at SMP Muhammadiyah Bantul.

Meningkatnya kasus bullying yang terjadi di sekolah saat ini menjadi salah satu masalah utama dalam sistem pendidikan saat ini. Hal ini dapat dilihat dari banyaknya berita tentang ramainya kasus bullying di sekolah. Pendidikan karakter merupakan salah satu hal yang dapat dilakukan dalam mengatasi dan mencegah terjadinya bullying. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk; 1) Mengetahui penerapan pendidikan karakter di MTs Insan Mulia Jimbaran; 2) Bentuk pencegahan praktik bullying di MTs Insan Mulia Jimbaran; 3) Bagaimana pengelolaan pendidikan karakter dalam pencegahan praktik bullying di MTs Insan Mulia Jimbaran. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif kualitatif. Data penelitian yang digunakan adalah data primer yang didapatkan dari wawancara dan observasi, dan sekunder yang didapatkan dari dokumentasi yang berasal dari MTs Insan Mulia. Hasil dari penelitian; 1) Pelaksanaan pendidikan karakter di MTs Insan Mulia dilakukan dengan menerapkan beberapa nilai seperti nilai agama, kejujuran, keadilan, kebijaksanaan yang diintergrasikan ke dalam kegiatan intrakulikuler, kokurikuler, dan ekstrakulikuler; 2) Bentuk pencegahan praktik bullying di MTs Insan Mulia berupa tata tertib/peraturan, konseling behavior, diberikan pemahaman dan pengetahuan, dan kerjasama antara sekolah dengan orang tua; 3) Pengelolaan pendidikan karakter di MTs Insan Mulia dilakukan melalui beberapa tahapan, yaitu perencanaan, pelaksanaan, dan evaluasi.

Correctional institutions impose sustained psychological burdens on inmates, including social isolation, fractured family bonds, and disrupted identity development, which collectively heighten the risk of mental health deterioration. Unlike preventive psychoeducational approaches, group counseling operates as a curative, therapeutically structured service that enables participants to process shared difficulties through interpersonal dynamics. This community service study implemented group counseling within a Participatory Action Research (PAR) framework involving 50 early adult inmates at Lapas Kelas III Rangkasbitung. PAR was operationalized as an implementation framework in which each counseling cluster cycle followed the Plan-Act-Observe-Reflect sequence, enabling iterative refinement of therapeutic content. Pre-service needs assessment using the Alat Ungkap Masalah (AUM) Umum Masyarakat instrument identified dominant problems in family relations (13.33%), personal self (12.97%), and social relations (10.76%). Group counseling was conducted across three thematic clusters. Program evaluation revealed improvements in social interaction, self-acceptance, and emotional regulation among participants, with the PAR reflective cycle enabling context responsive adaptation of each session. These findings affirm that PAR-grounded group counseling constitutes a contextually adaptive model for psychosocial rehabilitation in correctional settings.

This research aims to examine how the functions of Christian counseling (preventive, curative, developmental, and pastoral) can be integrated into the practice of Christian Religious Education as an effective strategy to support adolescents’ faith development. The background of this study arises from the fact that adolescents experience a crisis of faith that is not only related to theological aspects but also affects their psychological and emotional well-being. On the other hand, christian religious education practices in schools often remain focused on the transfer of doctrinal knowledge without being balanced by adequate personal guidance. This study applies a qualitative method through literature review and conceptual analysis of christian counseling theory, theories of adolescent faith development, and pedagogical practices in christian religious education. The findings indicate that integrating Christian counseling functions into the design of christian religious education learning can create a dialogical, reflective, and pastoral classroom atmosphere, providing opportunities for adolescents to develop spiritual discernment, self-awareness, and the ability to make responsible moral decisions. This article discusses the relevance of counseling to adolescents’ spiritual development, the characteristics of their faith development, the challenges of implementing counseling in Christian educational institutions, and the design of learning based on dialogue, reflection, and mentoring. In this way, the integration of christian counseling in christian religious education is considered a holistic approach that enriches the meaning of faith education and supports adolescents’ faith growth in a contextual, profound, and sustainable manner.

Perundungan di sekolah menengah pertama sering kali tidak muncul sebagai agresi verbal yang terang-terangan, melainkan tersembunyi dalam candaan yang telah menjadi norma di kalangan remaja. Bentuk dominan yang ditemukan adalah ejekan yang melibatkan nama orang tua siswa. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meneliti alasan di balik penggunaan ejekan nama orang tua sebagai candaan dalam interaksi remaja, serta memaknainya sebagai bentuk kekerasan simbolik dalam bullying verbal. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode fenomenologis. Data diperoleh melalui wawancara mendalam dengan guru Bimbingan dan Konseling serta peserta didik, observasi langsung terhadap interaksi siswa di sekolah, dan dokumentasi pendukung. Hasil penelitian mengungkap bahwa pelaku memandang ejekan nama orang tua sebagai humor dan sarana membangun kedekatan sosial, namun korban mengalami dampak psikologis yang serius, seperti rasa malu, sedih, takut, dan ketidaknyamanan di lingkungan sekolah. Fenomena ini diperkuat oleh dinamika kelompok sebaya, agresi relasional, serta normalisasi bahasa yang dilegitimasi melalui respons lingkungan. Kesimpulan penelitian ini menyatakan bahwa ejekan nama orang tua adalah manifestasi kekerasan simbolik yang dinormalisasi dalam budaya pergaulan remaja, namun kerap luput dari perhatian institusional, sehingga memerlukan perhatian mendalam dalam layanan bimbingan dan konseling di sekolah.

Anemia pada ibu hamil masih menjadi salah satu masalah kesehatan yang berkontribusi terhadap tingginya angka kematian ibu dan bayi di Indonesia. Anemia dalam kehamilan dapat meningkatkan risiko perdarahan postpartum, persalinan prematur, berat badan lahir rendah, serta komplikasi lainnya pada ibu dan janin. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melaksanakan asuhan kebidanan komunitas pada ibu hamil trimester II dengan anemia ringan di Dusun Bentek, Desa Menggala, Kecamatan Pemenang, Kabupaten Lombok Utara. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah studi kasus dengan pendekatan manajemen asuhan kebidanan meliputi pengkajian, analisis data, penentuan diagnosis, perencanaan, implementasi, dan evaluasi. Subjek penelitian adalah Ny. “R” usia 32 tahun G1P0A0H0 usia kehamilan 27 minggu dengan kadar hemoglobin 9,0 g/dL. Hasil pengkajian menunjukkan bahwa ibu mengalami anemia ringan disertai kurangnya pengetahuan mengenai pentingnya konsumsi tablet tambah darah dan pemenuhan nutrisi selama kehamilan. Asuhan yang diberikan meliputi edukasi kesehatan, konseling gizi, pemberian tablet tambah darah, pemantauan kehamilan, serta kolaborasi dengan petugas gizi. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pengetahuan ibu dan kepatuhan dalam mengonsumsi tablet tambah darah yang ditandai dengan peningkatan kadar hemoglobin menjadi 10,9 g/dL pada kunjungan ulang. Dengan demikian, asuhan kebidanan komunitas yang diberikan efektif dalam membantu mengatasi anemia ringan pada ibu hamil trimester II serta meningkatkan kesehatan ibu dan janin.

This study aims to examine the effectiveness of assertive communication techniques in cross-cultural counseling for reducing avoidance behavior among students experiencing interpersonal friendship conflicts. Cultural differences between counselors and clients may influence communication patterns, emotional expression, and conflict resolution processes during counseling sessions. Friendship conflicts among university students commonly arise from jealousy, misunderstanding, social comparison, and ineffective interpersonal communication. These conditions often encourage students to avoid direct interaction to prevent further conflict. This study employed an experimental method using a One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The participants were students who experienced friendship conflicts and demonstrated avoidance behavior tendencies. Data were collected through counseling individual. The intervention was delivered through counseling sessions that used assertive communication techniques and combined behavioral and humanistic approaches in a cross-cultural counseling setting. The findings revealed that assertive communication techniques were effective in reducing students’ avoidance behavior. After receiving the intervention, participants demonstrated greater confidence in expressing opinions, improved emotional regulation, increased openness in communication, and healthier interpersonal relationships. The study indicates that assertive communication in cross-cultural counseling can serve as an effective counseling strategy to help students manage interpersonal conflicts and improve social adjustment in higher education environments.

Interpersonal problems within peer groups often become serious obstacles to the psychological and academic development of college students. This study aims to empirically examine the effectiveness of individual counseling services using cognitive restructuring techniques in reducing withdrawal behavior among college students experiencing peer conflict. The research method employed is a quantitative experiment with a Single-Subject Design approach, specifically utilizing an A-B design. The research subject  was a 6th-semester female college student, initialized as N, who experienced cognitive distortions in the form of feelings of exclusion by her five-member peer group, which triggered acute social withdrawal behavior (isolating herself in her boarding house). Data collection was conducted through a validated withdrawal behavior scale instrument, supported by clinical observations and in-depth interviews during the baseline phase (A) and the intervention phase (B). The results of the visual analysis within-conditions and between-conditions indicated a significant decrease in withdrawal behavior scores after the implementation of 4 intervention sessions. The subject was able to identify negative automatic thoughts (arbitrary inference), replace them with rational mindsets (positive thinking), feel more relieved, and commit to self-improvement. The implications of this study prove that individual counseling with cognitive restructuring techniques can be an effective intervention strategy for campus counselors to overcome cognitive distortions and interpersonal communication barriers in college students.

The observation of guidance and counseling activities was conducted at SDN 2 Pasaleman, located in Pasaleman Village, Kresna Street, Dusun Pon. This study aimed to identify the problems faced by students and to examine the role of teachers in implementing guidance and counseling services at the elementary school level. Data were collected through direct observation in the school environment and interviews with homeroom teachers. The results indicated several student-related issues, including verbal bullying such as teasing, low learning motivation, fighting behavior among lower-grade students, and a tendency to skip school among upper-grade students. These issues were influenced by peer environments, limited supervision, and low awareness of the importance of education. Teachers have made various efforts, including providing guidance, applying individual approaches, and maintaining communication with parents. Additionally, character values are integrated into daily learning activities. In general, guidance and counseling services have been implemented, but further improvement in more systematic strategies and broader support is still required.

This study aims to describe the dynamics of students’ social relationships using sociometric techniques within the context of guidance and counseling services. Social relationships are an essential aspect of individual development, particularly for guidance and counseling students who are expected to possess strong interpersonal skills as future counselors. This research employed a descriptive quantitative approach using a sociometric questionnaire covering aspects of collaborative learning, group work, understanding difficult materials, and emotional support. The participants consisted of 21 students from the Guidance and Counseling study program, selected using a total sampling technique. The data were analyzed using frequency distribution of peer selection and presented in the form of a sociometric matrix and sociogram to facilitate the interpretation of social interaction patterns within the group. The findings revealed that social relationships were not evenly distributed but tended to be concentrated on certain individuals. Some students demonstrated high levels of selection, indicating their role as central figures in both academic and emotional interactions, while others showed low levels of selection, suggesting potential social isolation. These findings indicate that group dynamics are influenced by social skills, academic competence, and individual empathy. Therefore, guidance and counseling services play a crucial role in improving the quality of students’ social interactions through appropriate interventions, such as group guidance and social skills training. This study is expected to serve as a foundation for developing more effective and inclusive guidance and counseling services.

This research was conducted with the aim o modifying the behavior o children who are prepetratorso bullying at Tapak Suci Putera Muhammadiyah Jagakarsa, through group counseling methods using role playing techniques. The role playing technique is used as an effort to modify the behavior of children by exchanging roles between the bullying perpetrator and the bullying vicim, through this role exchange, which will directly build a sense of empathy for the children involved in bullying behavior. The research method used in this study is qualitative with a descriptive technique, in which all observations and research result will be explained in written form. The background of this study contains information on how the role playing technique in group counseling produces the growth of empathy in children who are perpetrators of bullying, so that with the formation of empathetic emotions, the bullying children at Tapak Suci Putera Muhammadiyah Jagakarsa can control themselves, leading to the realization of efforts to modify such behavior. The result of this study is that behavior modification using the group counseling methods with role playing techniques for children who engage in bullying was successful and optimal in changing the children’s bullying behavior into empathy and respect for others. Thereore, behavior modification using group counseling methods and role playing techniques for elementary school children has a positive and very effective impact in providing enlightenment on problematic behaviors in their social environment. 

Emesis gravidarum pada kehamilan trimester I merupakan salah satu ketidaknyamanan yang sering dialami ibu hamil dan dapat memengaruhi status kesehatan ibu apabila tidak ditangani dengan baik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melaksanakan asuhan kebidanan komunitas pada ibu hamil trimester I dengan keluhan mual muntah di Dusun Karang Petak, Kecamatan Pemenang, Kabupaten Lombok Utara. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah studi kasus dengan pendekatan manajemen asuhan kebidanan meliputi pengkajian, analisis data, penegakan diagnosis, perencanaan, implementasi, dan evaluasi. Subjek penelitian adalah Ny. “K” usia 31 tahun G2P1A0H1 usia kehamilan 9–10 minggu dengan keluhan mual muntah pada pagi dan malam hari disertai penurunan nafsu makan. Asuhan yang diberikan meliputi edukasi kesehatan mengenai ketidaknyamanan kehamilan trimester I, konseling nutrisi, anjuran makan sedikit tetapi sering, konsumsi tablet tambah darah, serta pemenuhan kebutuhan istirahat. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pengetahuan ibu dan keluarga mengenai penanganan mual muntah selama kehamilan, penurunan frekuensi mual muntah, serta peningkatan kondisi umum ibu yang ditandai dengan kenaikan berat badan dari 55 kg menjadi 57 kg. Dengan demikian, asuhan kebidanan komunitas efektif dalam membantu mengatasi ketidaknyamanan kehamilan trimester I serta meningkatkan kesehatan ibu hamil.

This study aims to analyze the role of assessment in decision-making within guidance and counseling services. Assessment plays a crucial role in providing accurate, objective, and comprehensive data regarding students’ characteristics, needs, and problems. This research employs a qualitative approach using a literature review method by analyzing 25 relevant scholarly sources related to assessment, measurement, and counseling services. The findings indicate that measurement serves as the fundamental basis of assessment, which involves systematic processes to obtain quantitative data. The quality of assessment results is highly influenced by the reliability and validity of the instruments used. Reliable instruments ensure consistency, while valid instruments ensure accuracy in measuring intended variables. Furthermore, assessment functions as a basis for diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of guidance and counseling services. The study also reveals that the application of assessment in schools is not yet optimal due to several factors, including limited counselor competence and lack of effective use of instruments. In addition, the integration of technology and the use of both test and non-test instruments have been shown to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of assessment. In conclusion, systematic and well-implemented assessment significantly enhances the quality of decision-making in guidance and counseling services. Therefore, improving counselors’ competencies and optimizing the use of assessment instruments are essential to support more effective counseling practices

Family conflict is an inherent aspect of marital and domestic life and entails complex legal, psychological, and social implications. In the practice of Islamic family law in Indonesia, the resolution of family disputes remains predominantly litigation-oriented, often resulting in the termination of legal relationships, particularly divorce, without adequate attention to the psychological restoration of the parties involved. This article aims to examine family counseling as an instrument for conflict resolution within Islamic family law through a normative legal research approach grounded in legal psychology. The study employs conceptual and legal-psychological approaches, utilizing primary legal sources such as the Qur’an and classical and contemporary Islamic jurisprudence, as well as secondary sources including scholarly books and academic journal articles on family law and legal psychology. The findings indicate that family counseling possesses strong normative legitimacy within Islamic family law through the principles of iṣlāḥ, the mechanism of ḥakam, and the orientation toward public welfare (maṣlaḥah). From a legal-psychological perspective, conflict resolution that accounts for emotional dimensions and procedural justice proves more effective in enhancing legal acceptance and compliance. The integration of family counseling as a restorative instrument does not replace judicial authority but complements it by strengthening the effectiveness of Islamic family law in addressing contemporary family conflicts in a just, humane, and sustainable manner.

Background: Pregnancy is a crucial period that requires special attention to the mother's physiological and psychological aspects. Many pregnant women experience poorly understood physical and emotional changes, lack of early detection of high-risk pregnancies, and lack of knowledge about a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy, including physical activity and balanced nutrition. The main problems faced are pregnant women's lack of understanding of normal physiological and psychological changes during pregnancy, lack of knowledge about danger signs and how to detect high-risk pregnancies, low participation of pregnant women in physical activities such as prenatal exercise, lack of knowledge regarding balanced nutrition for pregnant women, and limited comprehensive health education facilities in the community. Objective: This community service activity aims to improve the health of pregnant women by strengthening promotive and preventive pregnancy classes. Methods: This community service activity included screening for high-risk pregnancies, providing materials on physiological and psychological changes in pregnancy, maternal nutrition, and early detection of complications in high-risk pregnancies. A demonstration of prenatal exercise practices was also conducted at the Pondokgebangsari Village Hall, Kuwarasan District, Kebumen Regency. The training, conducted in February 2026, involved 15 pregnant women in their first, second, and third trimesters. Results: This activity demonstrated an increase in mothers' knowledge about physiological, psychological changes, and pregnancy nutrition after education, with 8 receiving good and 7 receiving adequate education. Education on Early Detection and Danger Signs of High-Risk Pregnancy also increased, with 9 receiving good and 6 receiving adequate education. Thus, families are aware of the importance of attending pregnancy classes and see them as essential for a healthy pregnancy. Conclusion: Community service programs to strengthen pregnancy classes through education, high-risk screening, and nutrition counseling support efforts to improve maternal and infant health, and are an investment in the future.

Pendidikan karakter menjadi fokus penting dalam dunia pendidikan karena meningkatnya tantangan moral peserta didik di era globalisasi dan digitalisasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan pelaksanaan pendidikan karakter di sekolah menengah, mengidentifikasi faktor pendukung dan penghambat implementasinya, serta menganalisis dampaknya terhadap perkembangan moral peserta didik. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif yang dilaksanakan di SMK Plus Al-Ghifari. Subjek penelitian meliputi guru Bimbingan dan Konseling, wali kelas, dan siswa yang dipilih melalui teknik purposive sampling. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam semi-terstruktur, observasi, dan analisis dokumen sekolah, kemudian dianalisis secara tematik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pendidikan karakter telah diintegrasikan dalam proses pembelajaran dan budaya sekolah, dengan dukungan utama berupa kepedulian guru, kerja sama dengan orang tua, serta inisiatif peserta didik. Namun, implementasi masih menghadapi kendala seperti pengaruh lingkungan sosial, keterlibatan keluarga yang belum optimal, ketidakkonsistenan ketegasan pendidik, dan kesulitan adaptasi peserta didik baru. Penelitian ini merekomendasikan penguatan sinergi antara sekolah, keluarga, dan lingkungan untuk meningkatkan keberlanjutan dan efektivitas pendidikan karakter.

This study is motivated by the suboptimal use of intelligence tests in guidance and counseling services in schools, despite their important role in understanding students’ cognitive abilities as a basis for providing appropriate services. This study aims to examine the utilization of intelligence tests in guidance and counseling services to support the optimization of students’ academic development. The method used is a literature review with a qualitative approach through the analysis of 25 relevant scientific articles published between 2022 and 2026, using content analysis techniques. The results indicate that intelligence tests play an important role in identifying cognitive abilities, supporting the planning of guidance and counseling services, assisting in academic decision-making, and guiding interventions for students’ learning difficulties. In addition, intelligence is also related to academic achievement, although it is influenced by other factors such as motivation and the learning environment. However, the findings also reveal a gap between the theoretical potential of intelligence test utilization and its implementation in practice, which still faces limitations, particularly in the integration of assessment results and the accuracy of interpretation. The implications of this study highlight the need to improve counselors’ competence in the use of psychological assessments and to optimize the systematic use of test results in order to support more effective guidance and counseling services in developing students’ academic potential.

Adolescence is a transitional period marked by rapid biological, psychological, and social changes, which often lead to various problems for individuals, particularly at the high school level. This study aims to analyze the role of guidance and counseling services in addressing these issues using a literature review approach. The method employed is a systematic literature review of relevant scientific publications from 2020 to 2026. The data collection process was carried out through the search, selection, and evaluation of literature related to student issues and guidance and counseling services in schools. The research findings indicate that students face various challenges, such as difficulties in learning, low academic ability, academic stress and anxiety, as well as social-emotional issues influenced by internal and external factors. Guidance and counseling services play a role in supporting students to self-reflect, overcome problems, and optimize their potential through preventive, curative, and developmental approaches. The success of these services is also supported by the role of counselors, collaboration with other teachers, and parental participation. However, in practice, there are still a number of obstacles, such as limited human resources, a lack of coordination, and an incomplete understanding of the functions of these services. Therefore, efforts are needed to improve implementation and cooperation so that guidance and counseling services can operate more efficiently.

This study is motivated by the importance of psychological readiness of students in the Guidance and Counseling Study Program at Universitas Jambi in facing various academic and non-academic demands. Problems commonly experienced by students include decreased motivation, feelings of hopelessness, and the risk of dropping out due to the inability to cope with academic pressures. Grit is a combination of perseverance and consistency of interest in achieving long-term goals. Meanwhile, resilience is the ability of individuals to bounce back from difficulties and adapt positively to pressure. This study is limited to two main variables, namely grit and resilience among active students of the Guidance and Counseling Study Program at Universitas Jambi. The indicators of grit include consistency of interest and perseverance of effort. The indicators of resilience include emotional regulation, impulse control, optimism, causal analysis, empathy, self-efficacy, and reaching out. The purpose of this study is to determine the level of grit, the level of resilience, and the relationship between grit and resilience among active students of the Guidance and Counseling Study Program at Universitas Jambi. This study uses a quantitative correlational research design. The sampling technique used is simple random sampling with a total sample of 211 respondents. The instrument used in this study is a Likert scale.The results show that the level of grit is in the high category with a percentage of 76%. The level of resilience is also in the high category with a percentage of 76%. The results of hypothesis testing using Spearman’s Rho correlation technique show a correlation coefficient value of r = 0.439 with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05. This indicates a significant positive relationship between grit and resilience, which falls into the moderate correlation category

Academic stress is one of the common problems students face due to various learning demands, such as piling up assignments, pressure to achieve, and difficulty managing study time. This study aims to describe the concept of handling academic stress in students at SMA Negeri 1 Panyabungan through Islamic guidance and counseling. The research uses a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection techniques in the form of interviews with teachers involved in guidance and counseling services at the school. The results of the study show that academic stress in students is marked by decreased concentration in studying, frequent lateness, not completing assignments, and a lack of motivation to study. The dominant contributing factors are lack of rest, academic pressure, and suboptimal self-management skills. Handling this is done through giving Islamic advice, study motivation, religious coaching, as well as guidance from both guidance counselors and teachers. The handling is done through giving Islamic advice, study motivation, religious guidance, and support from school counselors and religious teachers. The Islamic guidance and counseling approach is considered able to help students gain peace, increase study motivation, and form more positive behaviors in facing academic demands.